News: Arts
Two standout exhibitions secured for Sydney
Next year is set be another triumph for art and culture lovers with the NSW Government securing two world-first exhibitions for the 10th iteration of the Sydney International...
Dec 17, 2018
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Alive Technologies Group use Robe products to light up Tasmania’s Dark Mofo winter festival
Dark Mofo, created and run by Tasmania’s Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) is a fortnight of festivities which celebrates the dark through large-scale public art, food, film,...
Dec 16, 2018
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Cairns Performing Arts Centre gets official opening
Audiences in Far North Queensland are set to enjoy an increasing range of performing arts experiences with the opening of the new Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC). Speaking...
Dec 15, 2018
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Arts continue to deliver value for New Zealanders
More than 2.19 million New Zealanders attended arts activities funded by Creative New Zealand in 2017/18. Creative New Zealand’s Annual report 2017/18, which details its...
Dec 12, 2018
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Fiona Menzies reappointed as Creative Partnerships Australia Chief Executive
The Federal Government has reappointed Fiona Menzies as the Chief Executive of Creative Partnerships Australia. Menzies’ reappointment follows from an acknowledgement that her...
Dec 12, 2018
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Lumière cinema to open at the Arts Centre of Christchurch
The golden days of cinema are set to return to Otautahi with the opening of a new boutique cinema at the Arts Centre te Matatiki Toi Ora. Lumière will be co-owned and managed by...
Dec 9, 2018
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Northern Territory Major Events Company grows industry capability
The Northern Territory’s events portfolio and industry capability is being enhanced, with Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) hosting the first in a series of...
Dec 9, 2018
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Carriageworks announce New Public Artwork commissioned for South Eveleigh
Carriageworks and Mirvac today announced Sydney-based visual artist Nell, working together with design collective Cave Urban , has been commissioned to create a new public...
Dec 8, 2018
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Tasmania’s cultural heritage sector receives funding boost
Tasmania’s vibrant cultural heritage sector will receive a funding boost of over $470,000 in nine cultural heritage organisations through Arts Tasmania’s Cultural Heritage...
Dec 6, 2018
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The P.A. People deliver ground-breaking BOSE loudspeaker system for Sydney Kings
After almost 25 years, Sydney’s The P.A. People have returned to their rental roots, purchasing a Bose ShowMatch Delta-Q array loudspeaker system for their Event Communications...
Dec 5, 2018
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Queensland multicultural events share $1.3 million funding in 2019
More than 150 multicultural events to be held throughout the State in 2019 will share in $1.3 million in funding from the Queensland Government’s Celebrating Multicultural...
Dec 5, 2018
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Arts Market set to launch New Zealand performing arts worldwide
The best of New Zealand’s performing arts offerings will be further promoted on the international stage when the sector gathers to see a meticulously curated selection of...
Dec 5, 2018
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ANZ Stadium prepares to mark 20 Years of Blood, Sweat and Cheers
As it prepares to celebrate its 20-year milestone on 6th March 2019, ANZ Stadium has unveiled a spectacular mural on its front windows showcasing the most memorable moments of...
Dec 5, 2018
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Sydney Opera House improves accessibility to the Joan Sutherland Theatre
The Sydney Opera House has created an independent accessible path of travel through the venue and a new lift enabling patrons in wheelchairs or with limited mobility to enjoy...
Dec 4, 2018
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Major summer events to boost Queensland economy
More than $80 million will be injected into Queensland’s economy this summer thanks to a blockbuster line-up of events. The list of events includes the Australian PGA...
Dec 4, 2018
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New Chair and Directors appointed to Museum and Art Gallery of the NT
Northern Territory Minister for Tourism and Culture, Lauren Moss has appointed the Clare Martin as the new Chair of MAGNT. Based at Bullocky Point, MAGNT is the Northern...
Dec 3, 2018
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Sydney Festival launches first Disability Programming Initiative in Australia
Today, on International Day of People with Disability, Sydney Festival launches their Disability Programming Initiative to increase the number of artists with disability...
Dec 2, 2018
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LPA welcomes Labor Plans on Ticketing and Music
Labor’s policy announcements for action on ticket gouging and support for Australian music have been welcomed by Live Performance Australia, the peak body for Australia’s live...
Nov 30, 2018
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Creativity and Authenticity can help Drive Tourism Economy
Tourism across the globe is becoming more about unique journeys and experience than simply taking photos. The experience economy has redefined authentic storytelling and has...
Nov 29, 2018
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Sydney Fringe Festival report highlights the prohibitive restrictions hindering creative industries
Sydney Fringe has launched An Anthology of Space 2015-2018 , a 94-page report outlining prohibitive restrictions preventing Sydney’s creative sectors from activating empty...
Nov 28, 2018
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ICC Sydney introduces a new dedicated Creative Industries Stream
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) announced overnight at IBTM in Barcelona the introduction of a new dedicated Creative Industries stream to its Legacy...
Nov 28, 2018
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Expansion approved for the Art Gallery of NSW
The $344 million Sydney Modern expansion of the Art Gallery of NSW has received planning approval to nearly double the exhibition space. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning...
Nov 28, 2018
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TMAG grows reputation as a tourism drawcard for Tasmania
The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG) Annual Report tabled 27th November confirms strong growth in visitation for the third consecutive year. In the last year visitation...
Nov 27, 2018
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Proceeds from planned sale of Elizabeth Street Pier to assist MONA vision
The Tasmanian Government plans to use funds from the sale of Elizabeth Street Pier to assist with the renewal of the Macquarie Point precinct to underpin and unlock the...
Nov 26, 2018
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